First Baptist Church of Delphi Sermons
By First Baptist Church of Delphi
First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory.
Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
First Baptist Church of Delphi SermonsMay 05, 2024
A King's Selfish Cruelty and a King's Fulfillment of Scripture
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on May 5, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Jesus fulfills the story of Scripture, and trusting Jesus transforms our story.
Types of Predictive Prophecy: Verbal and Typical
1. The Exodus of Egypt: A Story of Sonship [Matthew 2:13–15]
2. The Ravaging of Ramah: A Story of Suffering [Matthew 2:16–18]
3. The Name of Nazareth: A Story of Scorning [Matthew 2:19–23]
4. The Grace of Golgotha: A Story of Salvation [Matthew 27:9, 38–54]
Conclusion
A King Worth Worshiping
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on April 28, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Jesus Christ is the true king, so worship him alone.
1. The Visitors [Matthew 2:1–2]
2. The False King [Matthew 2:3–4]
3. The Promise [Matthew 2:5–6]
4. The Conspiracy [Matthew 2:7–8]
5. The Worship [Matthew 2:9–12]
Conclusion
God Is With Us to Save Us
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on April 21, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Jesus Christ is truly God and truly man, and he has come to save his people from their sins.
1. The Agonizing Dilemma [Matthew 1:18–19]
A. The Grievous Discovery [Mt. 1:18]
B. The Gracious Decision [Mt. 1:19]
1) Public Disgrace
2) Private Divorce
2. The Angelic Dream [Matthew 1:20–23]
A. The Properties Jesus Assumes [Mt. 1:20]
B. The People Jesus Saves [Mt. 1:21]
C. The Prophecy Jesus Fulfills [Mt. 1:22]
D. The Personal Identity Jesus Bears [Mt. 1:23]
3. The Appropriate Decision [Matthew 1:24–25]
A. Joseph’s Response
B. Our Response
1) Reject
2) Receive
Jesus' Royally Broken Family
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on April 14, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction: Why Begin with a Genealogy?
Main Point: You and I would do well to let Jesus run our lives because he's the rightful King who fulfills God’s gracious promises.
The Pattern of the Genealogy: Jesus’ True Family [Matthew 1:1, 16–17]
- This Family History Is Salvation History [Mt. 1:1]
- This Family History Is Structured History [Mt. 1:17]
- This Family History Is Supernatural History [Mt. 1:16]
The Purpose of the Genealogy: Jesus’ Royal Family [Matthew 1:2–16]
- Jesus Is the King Who Will Rescue All Peoples Everywhere [Mt. 1:2–6]
- Jesus Is the King Who Will Rule His People Eternally [Mt. 1:7–11]
- Jesus Is the King Who Will Redeem His People from Exile [Mt. 1:12–16]
The People in the Genealogy: Jesus’ Broken Family [Matthew 1:2–16]
- Women Are Welcomed
- Outsiders Are Welcomed
- Sinners Are Welcomed
Conclusion: Jesus Is the King! Will You Join His Family?
The King and His Kingdom
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on April 7, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction: Was Jesus a Religious Inventor?
The Setting of Matthew’s Gospel
A. Author: Matthew the Apostle, eyewitness to Jesus
B. Age: Pre-70 AD
C. Audience: Largely Jewish readers
D. Aim: Jesus is the Christ, the Son of David and long-predicted Messiah, who has brought the kingdom of God to earth; therefore, repent, believe, and spread the gospel of his kingdom to all peoples.
The Structure of Matthew’s Gospel
Discourse: “When Jesus had finished saying . . .” [7:28; 11:1; 13:53; 19:1, 26:1]
Narrative: “From then on Jesus began to preach/point out . . .” [4:17, 16:21]
The Story of Matthew’s Gospel
1. The King’s Arrival [1:1–4:25]
A. His Birth [1:1–2:23]
B. His Entry into Public Ministry [3:1–4:25]
2. The King’s Authority [5:1–9:38]
A. Discourse 1: The Sermon on the Mount [5:1–7:29]
B. Narrative 1: The Authenticating Miracles [8:1–9:38]
3. The King’s Agenda [10:1–12:50]
A. Discourse 2: The Commissioning of the Twelve [10:1–42]
B. Narrative 2: The Mission of the King [11:1–12:50]
4. The King’s Adversaries [13:1–17:27]
A. Discourse 3: The Kingdom Parables [13:1–52]
B. Narrative 3: The Kingdom Conflict [13:53–17:27]
5. The King’s Administration [18:1–23:39]
A. Discourse 4: The Kingdom Citizens [18:1–35]
B. Narrative 4: The Kingdom Ministry [19:1–23:39]
6. The King’s Atonement [24:1–28:15]
A. Discourse 5: The Olivet Discourse [24:1–25:46]
B. Narrative 5: The Crucifixion and Resurrection [26:1–28:15]
7. The King’s Assignment [28:16–20]
The Significance of Matthew’s Gospel
K – King and Kingdom
I – Inside and Outside
N – New and Old
G – Gathering and Going
Counterfactual History and the Christian's Hope
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on March 31, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
If Christ Is NOT Raised: 7 Hopeless Consequences of a Dead Christ [1 Corinthians 15:12–19, 29–32]
1) The Gospel Is Empty [1 Cor. 15:13–14)
2) The Witnesses Are Liars [1 Cor. 15:15–16]
3) We Are Still in Our Sins [1 Cor. 15:17]
4) Deceased Believers Are Lost for Good [1 Cor. 15:18]
5) Baptism Is Meaningless [1 Cor. 15:29]
6) Suffering Is Pointless [1 Cor. 15:30–32]
7) We Should Be Pitied More Than Anyone [1 Cor. 15:19]
But Christ IS Raised: 2 Hope-Filled Consequences of a Risen Christ [1 Corinthians 15:20–28]
1) Christ’s Resurrection Guarantees Our Resurrection [1 Cor. 15:20–22]
2) Christ’s Resurrection Guarantees God’s Reign Over All [1 Cor. 15:23–28]
Application [1 Corinthians 15:33–34]
A. Non-Christian: Hope in Christ!
B. Christian: Despair Produces Debauchery, but Hope Produces Holiness
The Blessing and the Curse
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on March 24, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: All who rely on the works of the law are cursed, but all who rely on the cross of Christ are blessed.
1. All Who Rely on the Works of the Law Are Cursed [Gal. 3:10–12]
A. The Perfection of the Law [Gal. 3:10; cf. Deut. 27:26; Jas. 2:8–11]
B. The Principle of the Law [Gal. 3:11; cf. Hab. 2:4; Gal. 3:6; 2:16]
C. The Problem of the Law [Gal. 3:12; cf. Lev. 18:5; Phil. 3:8–9]
D. The Penalty of the Law [Deut. 28; Num. 6:24–26]
2. All Who Rely on the Cross of Christ Are Blessed [Gal. 3:13–14]
A. The Payment of the Curse [Gal. 3:13; cf. Deut. 21:23]
B. The Purpose of the Cross [Gal. 3:14]
C. The Personal Application through Faith [Gal. 3:11, 14]
The Parable of the Unjust Judge
Sermon preached by Bill Glenn on March 17, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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The Lesson: Those of Christ's kingdom, who do not lose heart, persist in prayer – it's evidence of their faith.
1. The Backstory: The Coming of the Kingdom [Luke 17:20–37]
2. The Concluding Question: Will He Find Faith on the Earth? [Luke 18:1–8]
Vain Opposition to the Lord's Anointed
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on March 10, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: The Lord laughs at the mutiny of mankind and will judge the wicked through his sovereign Son; so, repent of your rebellion and take refuge in him.
1. The Insurrection of the Plotting Peoples [Ps. 2:1–3]
A. Their Anger [Ps. 2 :1]
B. Their Anarchy [Ps. 2:2]
C. Their Announcement [Ps. 2:3]
2. The Indignation of the Laughing Lord [Ps. 2:4–6]
A. His Amusement [Ps. 2:4]
B. His Anger [Ps. 2:5]
C. His Announcement [Ps. 2:6]
3. The Installation of the Sovereign Son [Ps. 2:7–9]
A. His Position [Ps. 2:7]
B. His Possession [Ps. 2:8]
C. His Power [Ps. 2:9]
4. The Invitation of the Pleading Preacher [Ps. 2:10–12]
A. His Commands [Ps. 2:10–11]
1) Wise up! [Ps. 2:10]
2) Worship! [Ps. 2:11]
B. His Conclusion [Ps. 2:12]
Two Ways to Live
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on March 3, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: There are only two ways to live: God’s way and man’s way. There is the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. Choose the wicked way, and you’ll find death and judgment. Follow God’s way, and you’ll find joy and life.
1. A Distinct Delight [Ps. 1:1–2]
A. Where His Happiness Does Not Lie: The Way of the Wicked [Ps. 1:1]
1) Shameful Counsel/Advice
2) Sinful Conduct/Acts
3) Scoffing Company/Allegiance
B. Where His Happiness Does Lie: The Law of the Lord [Ps. 1:2]
1) Its Authoritative Source
2) Its Arresting Sweetness
3) Applications: i. Your Habits Affect Your Heart ii. Your Counsel Reveals Your Convictions iii. Your Holiness Fuels Your Happiness
2. A Distinct Durability [Ps. 1:3–4]
A. The Fruitful Tree [Ps. 1:3]
1) Planted [Eph. 2:8–9]
2) Producing [Mt. 7:20; Gal. 5:22–23; 3:2–5]
3) Persevering [Jn. 15:1–8; Mk. 4; Jas. 1:25; Jude 1:24]
4) Prospering [Gen. 39:3, 23; Josh. 1:8; 1 Cor. 15:58]
B. The Frail Chaff [Ps. 1:4; Isa. 64:6]
3. A Distinct Destiny [Ps. 1:5–6]
A. The Two Ways to Live and Die [Ps. 1:5–6; Matt. 7:13–14]
B. The Identity of the Blessed Man [Heb. 10:9; Lk. 2:52; Mk. 7:37; Lk. 22:42; 9:51; Mt. 26:24; 1 Jn. 4:14]
Choose Today to Worship the Lord
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on February 25, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Choose today to worship the Lord, for unlike the false gods of the world, he is always faithful to his covenant promises.
1. Reviewing Covenant History [Josh. 24:1–13]
A. The Gracious Call [Josh. 24:1–4a]
B. The Miraculous Deliverance [Josh. 24:4b–7]
C. The Faithful Preservation [Josh. 24:8–10]
D. The Powerful Conquest [Josh. 24:11–13]
2. Renewing Covenant Commitment [Josh. 24:14–28]
A. The Choice [Josh. 24:14–18]
1) A God-Fearing Worship [Josh. 24:14a]
2) A God-Exclusive Worship [Josh. 24:14b]
3) A God-Confident Worship [Josh. 24:15]
B. The Caution [Josh. 24:19–21]
C. The Confirmation [Josh. 24:22]
D. The Command [Josh. 24:23–24]
E. The Ceremony [Josh. 24:25–28]
3. Recording Covenant Faithfulness [Josh. 24:29–33]
A. The Faithful Servants [Josh. 24:29–33]
B. The Faithful Savior [1 Cor. 15:21–28]
Cling to the Lord Your God!
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on February 18, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Cling to the Lord your God, for his promises are always fulfilled, whether they are blessings for obedience or judgment for disobedience.
1. An Example to Follow [Josh. 23:1–2]
A. The Setting [Josh. 1:1]
B. The Summons [Josh. 1:2]
2. An Encouragement to Embrace [Josh. 23:1–5]
A. Past Grace [Josh. 23:1–4]
B. Future Grace [Josh. 23:5]
3. An Exhortation to Obey [Josh. 23:6–13]
A. The Standard of Obedience [Josh. 23:6]
B. The Separation of Obedience [Josh. 23:7, 12–13; 2 Cor. 6:14–7:1]
C. The Singularity of Obedience [Josh. 23:8, 11]
D. The Strength of Obedience [Josh. 23:9–10; Exod. 14:14; Deut. 1:30]
4. An End to Avoid [Josh. 23:14–16]
A. The Promise of God [Josh. 23:14–15]
B. The Punishment of God [Josh. 23:15–16; Heb. 10:26–31]
C. The Provision of God [Gal. 3:13; 1 Cor. 6:9–11]
An Altar of Remembrance, an Unforgettable Altercation
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on February 11, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Because the Lord faithfully keeps his promises, God’s people must preserve faithfulness to the Lord in true obedience, true worship, and true unity.
1. True Obedience: The Duty of Persevering Faithfulness [Josh. 22:1–8]
A. Faithfulness Commended [Josh. 22:1–3; Josh. 1:12–18]
B. Faithfulness Commanded [Josh. 22:4–5; Deut. 6; Matt. 22:34–40]
C. Faithfulness Commissioned [Josh. 22:6–9; 1 Cor. 15:58]
2. True Worship: The Danger of Past Failure [Josh. 22:9–20]
A. Faithfulness Endangered [Josh. 22:9–12; Lev. 17:8–9; Deut. 12:1–14]
B. Faithfulness Exhorted [Josh. 22:13–20; Num. 25; Josh. 7; 1 Cor. 5]
3. True Unity: The Demonstration of Persistent Fidelity [Josh. 22:21–34]
A. Faithfulness Confessed [Josh. 22:21–23]
B. Faithfulness Concerned [Josh. 22:24–25]
C. Faithfulness Committed [Josh. 22:26–29; Eph. 2:12–13]
D. Faithfulness Celebrated [Josh. 22:30–31]
E. Faithfulness Confirmed [Josh. 22:32–34; 1 Cor. 12:3; Eph. 4:1–6]
Priests, Pasturelands, and Promises
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on February 4, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: The Lord gives what he promises, so trust and teach his word faithfully.
1. The Divine Promise Claimed [Josh. 21:1–3]
A. The Faithful Request [Josh. 21:1–2; Gen. 34; 49:5–7; Num. 35:1–8]
B. The Faithful Response [Josh. 21:3; Jas. 1:5; Phil. 4:6–7; Matt. 6:9–13]
2. The Divine Promise Received [Josh. 21:4–42]
A. The General Summation [Josh. 21:4–8]
1) Standing for the Lord [Exod. 32:26–29]
2) Separated for the Lord [Exod. 13:1–2; Num. 3:11–13; 8:14–22]
3) Serving the Lord [Deut. 33:8–11]
4) Scattered by the Lord
B. The Specific Description [Josh. 21:9–42; cf. Num. 3–4]
1) Aaron (Priestly Duties) [Josh. 21:9–19; Num. 3:1–13]
2) Kohath (Holy Objects) [Josh. 21:20–26; Num. 4:1–20]
3) Gershon (Curtains & Coverings) [Josh. 21:27–33; Num. 4:21–28]
4) Merari (Tabernacle Supports) [Josh. 21:34–40; Num. 4:29–33]
5) Summary of Provision [Josh. 21:41–42; 1 Cor. 9:13–14]
C. The New Covenant Application
1) Constructive Discipline Outweighs Corrective Discipline [Mal. 2:7]
2) Priesthood of Believers Teach [1 Pet. 2:9; Col. 3:16; Rom. 15:14]
3) Pastors Train & Teach [Eph. 4:11–12]
3. The Divine Promises Fulfilled [Josh. 21:43–45]
A. The Lord Gave His People Land [Josh. 21:43; Gen. 12:7; Heb. 11:8–10]
B. The Lord Gave His People Rest [Josh. 21:144a; Deut. 12:9–10; Heb. 4:8–11]
C. The Lord Gave His People Victory [Josh. 21:44b; Deut. 7; 1 Cor. 15:57]
Justice and Mercy in the City of Refuge
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on January 28, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: The God who justly condemns the criminal is also the God who provides refuge for all who seek his mercy.
1. The Provision of Mercy [Josh. 20:1–3]
A. The Precept [Josh. 20:1–2; Ex. 21:12–14; Num. 35; Deut.4:41–43; 19:1–13]
B. The Purpose [Josh. 20:3]
1) Refuge for the Perpetrator
2) Refuge from the Punisher [go’el hadam, “family redeemer of blood”]
2. The Process of Justice [Josh. 20:4–6]
A. The Preliminary Hearing [Josh. 20:4a]
B. The Protective Custody [Josh. 20:4b–5]
C. The Proper Trial [Josh. 20:6; Deut. 19:15–21]
D. The Prolonged Stay [Josh. 20:6]
E. The Priest’s Death [Josh. 20:6; Heb. 2:17]
F. The Principles for Today
1) Motives Matter [Deut. 19:4–6; 1 Sam. 16:7]
2) Legal Representation Matters [Gen. 9:5–6; Deut. 19:11–21; 1 Cor. 5]
3) The State is God’s Avenger of Wrath [Rom. 13:1–5]
4) The Church Reflects God’s Wisdom, Mercy, & Justice [Deut. 4:5–6; Mt. 5:13–16; Eph. 3; 1 Pet. 2:9–12; Rom. 12:19–21]
3. The Personal Accessibility [Josh. 20:7–9]
A. Selecting the Cities [Josh. 20:7–8]
B. Summarizing the Consequences [Josh. 20:9]
1) Refuge for Those Who Run [Heb. 6:17–18]
2) Retribution for Those Who Refuse [2 Thess. 1:5–10]
By Faith He Received What God Promised
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on January 21, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: If you would receive God’s promised inheritance, follow God completely.
1. The Poignant Reminder [Josh. 14:6–9]
A. His Promised Inheritance [Josh. 14:6; Gen. 15:19; Deut. 1:34–36]
B. His Past Faithfulness [Josh. 14:7–8; cf. Num. 13–14]
C. His Perspective of Faith [Josh. 14:9]
2. The Progress Report [Josh. 14:10–11]
A. He’s Been Spared [Josh. 14:10]
B. He’s Been Strengthened [Josh. 14:11; Isa. 40:31; Ps. 84:5–7; 1 Tim. 1:12; 1 Pet. 4:11; Eph. 3:16]
3. The Profound Request [Josh. 14:12]
A. His Demand [Josh. 14:12a]
B. His Drive [Josh. 14:12b]
C. His Dependence [14:12c]
4. The Precious Results [Josh. 14:13–15]
A. Receiving the Land [Josh. 14:13–15a; 15:13–19; Isa. 62:1–4; Rev. 2:17]
B. Resting from War [Josh. 14:15b; Mt. 11:28; Rev. 14:9–13; Heb. 6:11; 10:35]
The Inheritance of God's People
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on January 14, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Jesus gives an inheritance to his people who join him in conquering the Promised Land.
1. Israel’s Inheritance
A. Dividing the Inheritance [13:1–7; 14:1–5; 19:51]
1) Divinely Divided (by lot)
2) Graciously Given (as an inheritance)
3) Proportionally Distributed (by tribe)
4) Equally Allotted (by clan)
B. Responding to the Inheritance
1) Positive Responses
a. The East’s Compensation [13:8–33]
b. Caleb’s Commitment [14:6–15; 15:13–19]
c. The Levites’ Contentment [13:14, 33; 14:3–4; 18:7]
d. The Daughters of Zelophehad’s Claim [17:3–6; cf. Num. 27:1–11]
2) Negative Responses
a. Israel’s Compromise [15:63; 16:10; 17:12–13]
b. Joseph’s Complaint [17:14–18]
c. The Seven’s Complacency [18:1–10]
d. Dan’s Control [19:47]
2. Christ’s Inheritance
A. The Old Testament Hope [Ps. 2:7–8; cf. Acts 4:25]
B. The New Testament Fulfillment [Heb. 1:1–4; Rev. 11:15]
3. Our Inheritance
A. The Old Testament Hope [Ps. 37:9, 11, 18, 22, 29, 34]
B. The New Testament Fulfillment [Mt. 5:5; Rom. 4:13; 8:17; Eph. 1:11–14]
An Inventory of Grace
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on January 7, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: In faithfulness to his promises, God will conquer every one of his enemies through his servants to give his people an inheritance in the land with him.
Structure: Summarizing the Stat Sheet
A. The First Half Led by Moses [Josh. 12:1–6]
B. The Second Half Led by Joshua [Josh. 12:7–24]
1. The Faithfulness of God Should Be Trusted
2. The Goodness of God Should Be Remembered
3. The Victories of God Should Be Anticipated
Looking to Jesus
Sermon preached by Shawn Covington on December 31, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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4 Questions: 1. Who is Jesus? The Christ, the Son of God 2. Why did he come? To die on the cross and save us from our sins 3. What is he like? Tough & Tender (A Lion and a Lamb) 4. How should we respond to him? Repent/believe the gospel. Take up your cross and folow him. Application:
"And we exhort you, brothers and sisters: warn those who are idle, comfort the discouraged, help the weak, be patient with everyone" (1 Thess. 5:14).
- Lost: Repent and Believe
- Idle: Look to the Lion
- Discouraged: Look to the Lamb
- Weak: Receive help from the strong
Prince of Peace
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on December 24, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Jesus is the eternally reigning King who secures our peace with God and guards us in the freedom he has won for us.
1. What Is Peace and Why Do We Need It?
A. Defining Peace [Num. 6:24–26; Jgs. 8:9]
1) Not merely lack of conflict or a subjective feeling
2) But objective wholeness & harmony in the wake of victory
B. Dimensions of Peace
1) Vertical/Spiritual
2) Internal/Psychological
3) Horizontal/Social
4) Global/Material
C. Disobedience, Division, Destruction, Disease, Death, Disaster
2. Why Is Jesus the Prince of Peace?
A. Jesus the Prince
1) Shoulders the Burden of Government [Isa. 9:6]
2) Shatters the Yoke of the Oppressor [Isa. 9:4]
3) Sustains His Expanding Dominion [Isa. 9:7]
B. Jesus the Prince of Peace
1) Isaiah’s Anticipation
a. The Davidic King, Messiah [Isa. 2:4; 11:6; 35:5–6; 61:1–3]
b. The Suffering Servant [Isa. 42:1–4; 53:5]
2) Jesus’s Arrival
a. His Birth [Lk. 1:79; 2:13–14]
b. His Life [Lk. 4:16–21; 7:50; Mk. 5:34; Jn. 14:27; 16:33]
c. His Death [Col. 1:20; Eph. 2:14–17]
d. His Resurrection [Lk. 24:36; Jn. 20:19, 21, 26]
e. His Session [Ga. 5:22; Phil. 4:7; Col. 3:15; 2 Thess. 3:16]
f. His Return [Isa. 66:17; Rev. 21–22]
3. How Do We Live in the Kingdom of Peace?
A. Peace with God [Rom. 5:1–2]
B. Peace with Self [Isa. 26:3; Rom. 15:13]
C. Peace with One Another [Matt. 5:9; Rom. 12:16–18]
Eternal Father
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on December 17, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Jesus is the Eternal Father who will never abuse or abandon his children, but will instead love, protect, and provide salvation for all who trust in him forever.
1. The Eternal Glories of Jesus
1) He Exists as Eternal Creator [Isa. 57:15; 40:28; Jn. 1:1–3, 30; 8:58; Rev. 1:8]
2) He Rules Over an Eternal Kingdom [Ps. 72:17; Isa. 9:6–7; Lk. 1:31–33]
3) He Demonstrates an Eternal Character [Heb. 13:8]
4) He Mediates an Eternal Covenant [Heb. 13:20–21]
5) He Exercises an Eternal Power [Deut. 33:27; 1 Tim. 6:15–16]
6) He Maintains an Eternal Presence [Mt. 28:20; Heb. 13:5–6]
7) He Ministers with an Eternal Encouragement [2 Thess. 2:16–17]
8) He Comforts with an Eternal Peace [2 Thess. 3:16]
9) He Gives His People Eternal Life [Isa. 45:17; Jn. 3:16; 14:19; 17:3]
10) He Conquers His Enemies with Eternal Judgment [Mt. 18:8; 25:46]
2. The Fatherly Glories of Jesus
1) His Sovereign Creation [Deut. 32:6; Isa. 64:8; Jn. 1:2]
2) His Glorious Revelation [Jn. 1:18; 14:6–11]
3) His Federal Representation [Rom. 5:12–21; 1 Cor. 15:22, 47–49]
4) His Saving Redemption [Isa. 63:16; Ex. 4:22–23; Deut. 1:30–31]
5) His Loving Substitution [Jn. 10:11, 17–18; 15:13]
6) His Tender Compassion [Ps. 103:13; Isa. 63:7–9; Lk. 7:13; 15:20; Mt. 9:36]
7) His Gracious Adoption [Heb. 2:13; Gal. 4:4; Jn. 1:12–13; 14:18; Rom. 8:14–17]
8) His Faithful Provision [Mt. 6:25–33; Rev. 21:6–7]
9) His Strong Protection [Ps. 68:5; Jn. 10:28–30]
10) His Disciplining Instruction [Deut. 8:5; Heb. 12:5–11]
3. Our Response to Jesus as Eternal Father
A. Delight in Him
B. Draw Near to Him
C. Display Him
D. Depend on Him
Mighty God
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on December 10, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Jesus is the Mighty God himself in flesh, victoriously at war against all his enemies, providing strength to his people until final victory is fully realized.
1. The Attributes of this Mighty God in Scripture
A. The Mighty God Is Entirely Free [Gen. 1:1; Exod. 3:14; Isa. 44:6]
B. The Mighty God Is All-Powerful [Isa. 10:21; 11:4; 40:12]
C. The Mighty God Reigns Supremely [Isa. 46:9–11]
D. The Mighty God Is Perfectly Good [Ps. 34:8–10]
2. The Arrival of this Mighty God in Flesh
A. The Uniqueness of His Glorious Identity
1) Truly God [Jn. 1:1–14; 12:41; 20:25; Rom. 9:5; Tit. 2:13; Heb. 1:3; 2 Pt. 1:1]
2) Truly Man [1 Tim. 2:5; Heb. 2:14–18; 5:7]
B. The Extensiveness of His Mighty Work
1) Mighty in Creating All Things [Jn. 1:3; Col. 1:16]
2) Mighty in Sustaining the Universe [Heb. 1:3; Col. 1:17]
3) Mighty in Governing All of Nature [Lk. 8:25; Mt. 14:33; Jn. 2:11]
4) Mighty in Ruling Over Satan and His Demons [Mk. 1:24, 27; Jas. 2:19]
5) Mighty in Healing the Sick [Lk. 8:46–48; Acts 10:38; 1 Cor. 2:7–9]
6) Mighty in Dying for Our Sins [Mt. 26:53; Mk. 14:62; Jn. 19:11; 1 Cor. 1:18]
7) Mighty in Triumphing Over Death [Rom. 1:4; 1 Cor. 15:54–58]
8) Mighty in Saving Sinners [Zeph. 3:17; Matt. 11:27; 24:14; 16:18; Jn. 10:16]
9) Mighty in Interceding for His People [Rom. 8:34; Heb. 7:25; 1 Jn. 2:1]
10) Mighty in Conquering at the End of History [Rev. 7:14; 2 Thess. 2:7]
3. The Applications of this Mighty God to Our Lives
A. His Grace Is Inexhaustible [Jas. 4:6]
B. His Love Is Unchanging [Jer. 31:3]
C. His People Have a Peculiar Hope [Eph. 3:20]
D. Our Lives Are Unsinkable [Ps. 73:26]
Wonderful Counselor
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on December 3, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
1. The Context of this Ancient Prophecy [Isaiah 9:1–7]
A. Three Christmas Comforts
1) Glory Instead of Gloom [Isa. 9:1]
2) Light Instead of Darkness [Isa. 9:2]
3) Joy Instead of Distress [Isa. 9:3]
B. Three Glorious Grounds
1) The Oppression Will End [Isa. 9:4]
2) The War Will Cease [Isa. 9:5]
3) The Child Will Be Born [Isa. 9:6–7]
a. Who He Will Be [Isa. 9:6]
b. What He Will Do [Isa. 9:7]
2. The Fulfillment of this Glorious Promise [Matt. 4:12–17]
A. The Revelation of Jesus
B. The Repentance of Jesus’ People
3. The Meaning of this Royal Title [Isa. 9:6]
A. Wonderful [Josh. 3:5; Judg. 13:8; Ps. 78:12; Isa. 25:1; 28:29]
B. Counselor [Ps. 147:5; Isa. 11:1; Matt. 9:4; 12:42; 22:46; 1 Cor. 1:23; Col. 2:3]
4. The Applications of this Wonderful Counselor
A. We Can Trust Him Implicitly
B. We Can Embrace His Word Fully
C. We Can Pray Dependently
D. We Can Repent Deeply
E. We Can Suffer Meaningfully
F. We Can Worship Reverently
Why Be Thankful for the Love of God?
Sermon preached by Bill Glenn on November 26, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Scriptures: John 11:1–6; 17:24; 2 Corinthians 12:7–9)
1. The Love of Jesus in John 11:1–6
Three Things:
- Jesus chose to let Lazarus die
- He was motivated in this by his zeal for God's glory
- This motivation is love
2. A Definition of the Love of God
God's love is his doing whatever needs to be done, at whatever cost, so that we will see and be satisfied with the glory of God in Jesus Christ.
Three Things:
- Love did not take away the thorn
- Love had something more important to give
- The all-satisfying grace and power of God is more important to give
3. The American Definition of Love
4. Clues That We Are to Make Much of God
- The pleasures of you being made much of leave you uneasy
- You are designed to be satisfied with divine splendor, not self
5. Glimpses of Jesus
- Mercy & Might
- An Indestructibly Joyful Savior
- Power & Authority
- Wisdom & Knowledge
6. Would you want to be in heaven if Jesus were not there?
The Last Battle
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on November 19, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Because God has won the battle through Jesus and promised victory in the end, we can confidently wield the sword of the Spirit, the word of God, which will invite conflict from God’s enemies but bring peace to God’s people.
1. God Is All-Powerful [Joshua 11:1–6]
A. The Enemy’s Coalition & Cavalry [Josh. 11:1–5]
B. The Lord’s Comforting Command [Josh. 10:6; John 16:33]
2. God Fights for His People [Joshua 11:7–9]
A. Sovereign Assurance and Surprise Attack [Josh. 11:7–8]
B. Hamstringing Horses and Divine Dependence [Josh. 11:9; Ps. 20:7–8; 33:7]
3. God Conquers His Enemies [Joshua 11:10–20]
A. Joshua’s Complete and Long Victory [Josh. 11:10–18]
B. Stubborn Hostility and Sovereign Hardening [Josh. 11:19–20; Rom. 1; 9]
4. God Saves Through Jesus [Joshua 11:21–23]
A. Joshua Believed God Implicitly [Josh. 11:6–7]
B. Joshua Obeyed God Entirely [Josh. 11:9, 12, 15, 23]
C. Joshua Destroyed the Enemy Completely [Josh. 11:21–22]
D. Joshua Gave the Inheritance Graciously [Josh. 11:23]
The Lord Is a Warrior
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on November 12, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: The Lord is a warrior, so escape defeat and judgment by sharing in the victory God has won for his people through Jesus.
1. The Summons to War [Joshua 10:1–7]
A. Canaan’s Coalition [Josh. 10:1–5; Gen. 14]
B. Gibeon’s Cry [Josh. 10:6]
C. Israel’s Covenant-Keeping [Josh. 10:7]
2. The Sovereign Warrior [Joshua 10:8–15]
A. The Balance of Battle [Josh. 10:8–11]
B. The Power of Prayer [Josh. 10:12–15]
3. The Slaughter of the Wicked [Joshua 10:16–43]
A. Slaughtering the Five Kings [Josh. 10:16–27]
B. Slaughtering the Southern Kings [Josh. 10:28–39]
C. Summary Statement [Josh. 10:40–43]
D. Seeing Rightly: Five Biblical Lenses
1) The Patience God Shows [Gen. 15:16]
2) The Depravity God Abhors [Lev. 18:2–3]
3) The Instrument God Uses [Deut. 9:5]
4) The Strangeness of God’s Judgment [Isa. 28:21]
5) The Warfare God Wins [Gen. 3:15; Ps. 110:1; Heb. 10:13]
4. The Significance for Christian Warfare
A. Israel’s history shows that they—and we—need God to win the battle.
B. Jesus Christ defeated Satan, sin, and death through his death and resurrection for us. [Col. 2:15; 1 Cor. 15:25–27]
C. Those who refuse to repent and continue in their rebellion will not escape God’s righteous wrath. [Rev. 16:21]
D. Christ has already won the battle; let’s go fight. [Rom. 16:20]
E. The one who wins the victory gets the glory.
God's Faithful Mercy to Liars and Self-Relyers
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on November 5, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: God has mercy on people who don’t deserve mercy. He is faithful to keep his covenant promises to faithless people. So, receive his mercy and reflect his faithfulness.
1. Fight [Joshua 9:1–2]
A. The First Response [Josh. 5:1]
B. The Fight Response [Josh. 9:1–2]
2. Fraud [Joshua 9:3–13]
A. Gibeon’s Deception [Josh. 9:3–6; Deut. 20:10–16]
B. Israel’s Suspicion [Josh. 9:7]
C. Joshua’s Interrogation [Josh. 9:8]
D. Gibeon’s Affirmation [Josh. 9:9–13]
3. Failure [Joshua 9:14–15]
A. God’s Counsel Neglected [Josh. 9:14; Num. 27:18–21; Prov. 3:5–6]
B. Gibeon’s Covenant Established [Josh. 9:15]
4. Faithfulness [Joshua 9:22–27]
A. Israel’s Faithfulness [Josh. 9:16–21; 2 Sam. 21:1–9]
B. Joshua’s Faithfulness [Josh. 9:22–27; Ps. 84:10]
C. God’s Faithfulness [Josh. 11:18–20; Neh. 3:7; 7:25]
Conquest and Commitment
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on October 29, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: God must be worshiped and obeyed as the source of every victory and blessing.
1. The Clarity of God’s Word [Joshua 8:1–2]
A. A Word of Comfort [Josh. 8:1]
B. A Word of Direction [Josh. 8:1–2]
C. A Word of Promise [Josh. 8:1–2]
1) A Promise of Victory
2) A Promise of Generosity
2. The Authority of God’s Command [Joshua 8:3–23]
A. Sharing the Plan [Josh. 8:3–9]
B. Setting the Trap [Josh. 8:10–13]
C. Swallowing the Bait [Josh. 8:14–17]
D. Springing the Trap [Josh. 8:18–23]
3. The Severity of God’s Judgment [Joshua 8:24–29]
A. Sober Summary [Josh. 8:24–25]
B. Joshua’s Javelin [Josh. 8:26–27]
C. Cursed King [Josh. 8:28–29]
4. The Priority of God’s Covenant [Joshua 8:30–35]
A. Building the Altar [Josh. 8:30–31a; Deut. 27:1–8]
B. Presenting the Offerings [Josh. 8:31b; Deut. 27:6–7]
C. Writing the Law [Josh. 8:32; Deut. 27:3, 8]
D. Gathering the People [Josh. 8:33; Deut. 27:11–13]
E. Reading the Law [Josh. 8:34–35; Deut. 27:14–28:68]
1) Blessings and Curses
2) Joshua and Jesus
The Horror of Hidden Sin
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on October 15, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: God will not allow sin to run free in the midst of his covenant people, but will oppose it for his glory and the good of his people.
1. The Exciting of God’s Burning Anger [Joshua 7:1–5]
A. The Cause: Achan’s Sin [Josh. 7:1]
B. The Casualties: Israel’s Suffering [Josh. 7:2–5]
2. The Exaltation of God’s Great Name [Joshua 7:6–9]
A. Joshua’s Posture [Josh. 7:6]
B. Joshua’s Prayer [Josh. 7:7–9; Num. 14]
3. The Example of God’s Corporate Discipline [Joshua 7:10–15]
A. Revealing the Problem [Josh. 7:10–12]
B. Resolving the Problem [Josh. 7:13–15]
1) God is the righteous Judge [Gen. 18:25]
2) No such thing as a private sin [2 Sam. 24; Jon. 1; Gen. 3]
3) Achan’s family was likely complicit [Josh. 7:21–26]
4) Don’t always know regarding a person’s salvation [Deut. 32; Heb. 11]
5) God’s covenant people must pursue holiness corporately [1 Cor. 5]
4. The Execution of God’s Individual Justice and Mercy [Josh. 7:16–26]
A. Capturing [Josh. 7:16–18; Num. 32:23]
B. Confronting [Josh. 7:19; John 9:24]
C. Confessing [Josh. 7:20–21; Gen. 3:6; 11:1–9; Jas. 1:13–15]
D. Confirming [Josh. 7:22–23; Num. 32:23; Heb. 4:13]
E. Condemning [Josh. 7:24–26; Matt. 6:21; Acts 5:1–11]
F. Contrasting [Rahab vs. Achan]
1) Sin Is Serious [Prov. 28:13; 1 John 1:5–2:2]
2) A Gateway of Hope [Hos. 2:15; Rom. 10:9]
Who Really Fought the Battle of Jericho?
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on October 8, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: God’s people must trust and obey the Lord, because the Lord will defeat the wicked and deliver the faithful in salvation through judgment.
1. The Strangeness of the Lord’s Strategy [Joshua 6:1–7]
1) The Fortification of Jericho [Josh. 6:1]
2) The Fortifying Assurance [Josh. 6:2]
3) The Foolish Battle Plan [Josh. 6:3–7; Isa. 55:8; 1 Cor. 1:18–31]
2. The Obedience That Comes from Faith [Joshua 6:8–21]
1) The Power of the Promise [Heb. 11:30]
2) The Symbolism of Seven [Gen. 1:1–2:3]
3) The Centrality of the Ark of the Covenant
4) The Triumph of the Trumpets [Lev. 25:8–12; Num. 10:1–10; 1 Thess. 4:16; 1 Cor. 15:52; Rev. 8:6–11:19]
5) The Total Obedience for a Total Victory
3. The Judgment of Those Who Persist in Sin [Joshua 6:15–21, 26]
1) The Promise God Fulfills [Gen. 15:7–21; Josh. 1:2–5; 6:2]
2) The Patience God Displays [Gen. 15:13; Lev. 18:24–30; Deut. 18:9–14]
3) The Pardon God Offers [Ezek. 33:11; Jer. 18:7–8]
4) The Penalty God Enforces [Heb. 2:2; Rom. 6:23]
5) The Persistence Jericho Demonstrated [Josh. 2:9–11; 6:1]
6) The Impartiality God Shows [Josh. 6:17–18; Deut. 9:1–6; Jer. 18:9–10]
7) The Permanence of God’s Judgment [Josh. 6:26]
8) The Perfection of God’s Character [Exod. 34:6–7]
9) The People God Uses [2 Cor. 10:1–6]
10) The Picture God Presents [2 Thess. 1:7–8; Heb. 10:26–31]
4. The Salvation of Those Who Trust in the Lord [Joshua 6:22–27]
1) Rahab’s Family Spared [Josh. 6:22–25; Heb. 11:31]
2) Joshua’s Fame Spreads [Josh. 6:27; Exod. 11:3]
Holy God, Holy People
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on October 1, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: God sets apart his people for the mission of displaying his holiness through celebratory traditions.
1. The Mark [Joshua 5:1–9]
A. The Failed Courage of Canaan [5:1]
B. The Flint-Knife Circumcision of Israel [5:2–3]
C. The Faithless Circumcised Generation [5:4–6]
D. The Faithful Covenant God [5:7–9]
E. Applications:
1) A New Circumcision Needed [Deut. 30:6; Col. 2:11–13]
2) A New Opportunity Given
3) A New Covenant Mark Applied
2. The Meals [Joshua 5:10–12]
A. Observing the Passover [5:10]
B. Eating the Unleavened Bread [5:11]
C. Ceasing of Manna for the Crops of Canaan [5:12]
D. Applications:
1) The Meals are a Memorial & Motivation [Exod. 12; 1 Cor. 5:6–8]
2) The Mark Precedes the Meal [Exod. 12:48] i. Believer’s Baptism Fulfills OT Water Baptisms ii. The Lord’s Supper Fulfills Israel’s Passover iii. Water Baptism and Passover Were Paired in the OT iv. Water Baptism and the Lord’s Supper Should Be Paired Today
3) The Meals Point to a Greater Meal [Luke 22:18; Rev. 19:9]
3. The Man [Joshua 5:13–15]
A. The Mystery of the Warrior [5:13–14a]
B. The Message of the Warrior [5:14b–15]
Witnessing God's Wonders
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on September 24, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: God’s people must pass through the water with Joshua to leave the wilderness and enter the promised land, so that you may know and fear the Lord forever.
1. Rely on the Power of God’s Presence [Joshua 3:1–11]
2. Recognize the Pattern of God’s Purposes [Joshua 3:12–17]
3. Remember the Symbols of God’s Salvation [Joshua 4:1–24]
4. Revere the Supremacy of God’s Savior [Joshua 3:7; 4:14]
The Harlot's Ward and the Scarlet Cord
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on September 17, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Key Truth: Our sin deserves the fearful and just judgment of God, but if we turn from our sin, believe God’s word, and plead for his mercy, he will save us and use us in his great purposes.
1. A Shrewd Cover-Up [Joshua 2:1–7]
A. The Prudence of Joshua [2:1a]
B. The Providence of God [2:1b–3]
C. The Piety of Rahab [2:4–7]
1) Her Dangerous Reception
2) Her Deft Deception
3) Her Deflecting Misdirection
2. A Surprising Confession [Joshua 2:8–14]
A. Rahab’s Confession of Faith [2:8–13]
1) She Believed God’s Promise [2:9]
2) She Believed God’s Power [2:10]
3) She Believed God’s Preeminence [2:11]
4) She Pleaded God’s Protection [2:12–13]
B. The Spies’ Confession of Faithfulness [2:14]
3. A Saving Cooperation [Joshua 2:15–24]
A. Hiding in the Hills [2:15–16]
B. Signaling with the Scarlet Cord [2:17–21]
C. Returning with the Report [2:22–24]
Relating to Others in the Advancement of the Gospel
Sermon preached by Steve Stilwell on September 10, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Because of God's enduring work of grace, we can relate to others with thanks, joy, and petition as we participate in the advancement of the gospel.
1. Paul's Mindful Thanks [Philippians 1:3–5]
2. Paul's Affectionate Joy [Philippians 1:7–8]
3. Paul's Constant Petition [Philippians 1:9–11]
4. Paul's Confident Foundation [Philippians 1:6–7]
Be Strong and Courageous!
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on September 3, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Be strong and courageous! Trust and obey God and his savior to lead you to the Promised Land.
1. God’s Charge to Joshua [Joshua 1:1–9]
A. God’s Purposes Must Be Accomplished [1:1–2]
1) A Significant Period: Moses’s Death [Deut. 34]
2) A Succession Plan: Joshua’s Résumé
a. Prepared by learning from a faithful servant [Exod. 17:8–16]
b. Prepared by a life of service and devotion [Exod. 24:12–18]
c. Prepared by faith in the face of unbelief [Exod. 32]
d. Prepared by fear and worship of the living God [Exod. 33:11]
e. Prepared by courage to wage warfare [Num. 13–14]
f. Prepared by heart and life experience
g. Prepared by special commission [Num. 27:18–23; Deut. 31; 34:9]
B. God’s Promises Must Be Believed [1:2–5]
1) The Promise of Place [1:2–4]
2) The Promise of Power [1:5a]
3) The Promise of Presence [1:5b]
C. God’s Precepts Must Be Obeyed [1:6–9]
1) A Courageous Obedience [1:6]
2) A Careful Obedience [1:7]
3) A Continual Obedience [1:8]
4) A Confident Obedience [1:9]
2. Joshua’s Charge to the People [Joshua 1:10–18]
A. Ready [1:10–11]
B. Remember [1:12–15]
1) A Call to Faithfulness
2) A Call to Unity
C. Response [1:16–18]
1) A Complete Obedience [1:16–17a]
2) A Certain Hope [1:17b]
3) A Consequence for Rebellion [1:18]
God Keeps His Promises
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on August 27, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Context: The story of God’s kingdom: God’s people in God’s place under God’s rule.
Structure: Trusting God as God’s people . . .
abar – ENTER the Promised Land (Joshua 1–5)
laqakh – TAKE the Promised Land (Joshua 6–12)
khalaq – DIVIDE the Promised Land (Joshua 13–21)
‘abad – SERVE the Lord in the Promised Land (Joshua 22–24)
Main Point: Trust in God’s faithful savior to lead God’s people to land and rest.
1. The God Who Leads His People into the Land [1–5]
2. The God Who Fights for His People in the Land [6–12]
3. The God Who Gives His People Rest in the Land [13–21]
4. The God Who Commands His People’s Worship in the Land [22–24]
Applications
1. Trusting as God’s People – In Christ and with the Spirit
2. Trusting God’s Faithful Savior – Joshua and Jesus
3. Trusting God for Land – Hope of Heaven and the Fear of Hell
4. Trusting God for Rest – Fighting Sin and Resting in Jesus
Coworkers for the Kingdom of God
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on August 20, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: You can’t live the Christian life alone, so partner together with faithful friends and Christlike coworkers for the kingdom of God.
1. Paul’s Couriers [Colossians 4:7–9]
A. Tychicus: The Faithful Servant
B. Onesimus: The Forgiven Sinner
2. Paul’s Coworkers [Colossians 4:10–14]
A. Three Jewish Coworkers
1) Aristarchus: The Fellow Sufferer
2) Mark: The Future Surprise
3) Jesus Justus: The Fearless Stalwart
B. Three Gentile Coworkers
1) Epaphras: The Fierce Struggler
2) Luke: The Foreign Specialist
3) Demas: The Future Scandal
3. Paul’s Correspondence [Colossians 4:15–18]
A. Greet the Churches
B. Read My Letters
C. Complete Your Ministry
D. Remember My Chains
E. Grace Be with You
Christ-Centered Conversation
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on August 13, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Make Christ supreme in all your conversation, praying and walking faithfully for the proclamation of the gospel.
1. Conversation toward God [Colossians 4:2–4]
A. The Connection of Prayer
B. The Commitment of Prayer
C. The Character of Prayer
1) Watchful
2) Thankful
D. The Content of Prayer
1) Gospel Opportunity
2) Gospel Clarity
2. Conversation toward Outsiders [Colossians 4:5–6]
A. The Walk of Faithful Witness
B. The Words of Faithful Witness
1) Gracious Speech
2) Salty Speech
3) Discerning Speech
Christ in the Workplace
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on August 6, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: When Christ is Lord of the workplace, those under authority will work faithfully and fruitfully, and those in authority will deal justly and fairly.
1. A Preliminary Word about Slaves and Masters
A. Does the Bible Promote or Approve Slavery?
1) Some Say Yes, and Therefore Slavery is Moral
2) Some Say Yes, and Therefore the Bible is Immoral
3) Some Say Yes, and Therefore the Bible is Morally Relative
B. Five Differences Between American and Roman Slavery
1) A Difference of Basis
2) A Difference of Volition
3) A Difference in Permanence
4) A Difference in Connotation
5) A Difference in Dignity
2. A Word to Those Under Authority [Colossians 3:22–25]
A. Work Thoroughly
B. Work Sincerely
1) Toward God
2) Toward Others
C. Work Energetically
D. Work Worshipfully
E. Work Evangelistically
F. Work Expectantly
3. A Word to Those in Authority [Colossians 4:1]
A. Authority Is from God
B. Authority Should Serve and Bless Others
C. Authority Can Be Terribly Abused
D. Authority Should Imitate Jesus
E. Authority Should Be Sacrificial
The Lordship of Christ Over Children and Fathers
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on July 30, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Obedient children and faithful fathers love and live for Christ their Lord.
1. Children, Obey Your Parents [Colossians 3:20]
A. Who Is Being Addressed?
B. What Is Being Commanded?
C. Who Are You to Obey?
D. Why Should You Obey?
1) It Pleases the Lord
2) It Is Right to Obey [Eph. 6:1]
3) It Is Wrong to Disobey [Rom. 1:30; 2 Tim. 3:2; Deut. 21:18–21]
E. What Does It Mean to Obey?
1) Attention [Prov. 4:1]
2) Action [Matt. 21:28–21]
3) Attitude [Phil. 2:14]
F. How Should You Obey?
1) Obey Immediately [Mark 1:18]
2) Obey Completely [John 17:4]
3) Obey Diligently [Eccl. 9:10]
4) Obey Constantly [Prov. 23:17; John 8:29]
5) Obey Comprehensively [Matt. 28:20]
6) Obey Essentially [2 Pet. 3:16]
7) Obey Gladly [Ps. 40:7]
2. Fathers, Do Not Exasperate Your Children [Colossians 3:21]
A. Parenting As a Process
B. Parenting and Your Primary Responsibility
C. Parenting and the Proper Use of Authority
1) Attention
2) Affection
3) Authority
D. Destructive Provocations to Avoid
1) Beware of habitual harshness and severity
2) Beware of unreasonable and unrealistic expectations
3) Beware of hypocrisy
4) Beware of neglect and indifference
5) Beware of partiality and favoritism
6) Beware of excessive rules and over protection
E. Constructive Provocations to Pursue
1) Jealously cultivate close intimacy with your children
2) Show compassion by realistically considering their infirmities
3) Practically facilitate their obedience
4) Humbly and consistently model integrity
5) Readily acknowledge their faithfulness
Gospel Grace for a Godly Marriage
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on July 23, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Christ’s glory and grace are sufficient to strengthen and sustain godly marriages.
1. Esteem Marriage Biblically [cf. Genesis 1–2; Ephesians 5:22–33]
A. Marriage is Divine in Its Origin
B. Marriage is Beneficial in Its Purpose
C. Marriage is Permanent in Its Duration
D. Marriage is Unique in Its Character
E. Marriage is Instructive in Its Example
F. Marriage is Doxological in Its Goal
2. Embrace the Gospel Actively [cf. Colossians 3:1–17]
A. Exalt Christ Intentionally
B. Expect Marriage Realistically
1) The Common Created Dignity
2) The Common Poor Family History/Sin Nature
3) The Common Redemptive Privilege
C. Execute Sin Habitually
D. Exchange Gifts and Graces Constructively
1) Mutual Charity (affection)
2) Mutual Commitment (attachment)
3) Mutual Care (assistance)
4) Mutual Communication (association)
5) Mutual Confession/Covering (acknowledgement/absolution)
3. Exercise Your God-Given Roles Faithfully [Colossians 3:18–19]
A. A Word for Wives [cf. Ephesians 5:22–24; 1 Peter. 3:1–6]
1) What Submission Is Not
2) What Submission Is
a. Submission embraces a subordinate role.
b. Submission expects a renunciation of rights.
c. Submission entails an obedient response.
d. Submission expresses a proper respect.
B. A Word for Husbands [cf. Ephesians 5:25–33; cf. 1 Peter 3:7]
1) Positive: Love Your Wives
a. Christ’s love was a self-giving love.
b. Christ’s love is a singular, particular love.
c. Christ’s love is an absolutely surprising love.
d. Christ’s love is a sanctifying love.
2) Negative: Don’t Be Bitter Toward Them
Called to a Life of Worship
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on July 16, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Worship Christ, who is your life, in life together and all of life.
1. The Peace of Christ to Secure Our Unity [Colossians 3:15]
A. A Group Peace
B. A Governing Peace
C. A Gospel Peace
D. A Grateful Peace
2. The Word of Christ to Shape Our Ministry [Colossians 3:16]
A. Bible-Saturated
1) Normative vs. Regulative Principle
2) Teaching & Admonishing
3) Singing
B. God-Focused
1) Two Rhythms of Grace: Revelation & Response
2) Two Ditches to Avoid: Seeker-Sensitive & Personal-Preference
3) Two Moods of the Meeting: Gravity & Gladness
4) Three Goals of Gathering: Exaltation, Edification, Evangelism
C. Christ-Centered
1) Gospel Story
2) Gospel Structure
D. Spirit-Enabled
E. One-Anothered
1) Accessible
2) Intergenerational
3) Participatory
F. Heavenly-Minded
3. The Name of Christ to Stimulate Our Doxology [Colossians 3:17]
A. A Life Motivated for the Glory of Christ
B. A Life Moved to Gratitude to God through Christ
Live Your New Life in Christ
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on July 9, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Christ is your new life, so put on your new clothes and follow him.
Context of Colossians 3:9–17
A. The Position of the New Man [3:9–10a]
B. The Progress of the New Man [3:10b]
C. The Pattern of the New Man [3:10c]
D. The Partnership of the New Man [3:11a]
E. The Preeminent Ruler of the New Man [3:11b]
F. The People of the New Man [3:12a]
G. The Practice of the New Man [3:12b–13]
H. The Perfection of the New Man [3:14]
I. The Priorities of the New Man [3:15–17]
1. The People of the New Man [Colossians 3:12a]
A. A Chosen People
B. A Holy People
C. A Dearly Loved People
2. The Practice of the New Man [Colossians 3:12b–13]
A. The Gracious Attitudes
1) Compassion
2) Kindness
3) Humility
4) Gentleness
5) Patience
B. The Gracious Actions
1) Forbearing Strangeness
2) Forgiving Sin
a. The Misconceptions of Forgiveness
b. The Meaning of Forgiveness
c. The Mandate of Forgiveness
d. The Motive of Forgiveness
e. The Model of Forgiveness
3. The Perfection of the New Man [Colossians 3:14]
A. The Culminating Grace
B. The Completing Grace
Leave Your Old Life Behind
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on July 2, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Christ is your new life, so leave your old life behind and follow him.
1. Dealing with Sin Is Like an Execution [Colossians 3:5–7]
A. Naming the Battlefields: The Sins of Perverted Love
1) Sexual Immorality
2) Impurity
3) Lust
4) Evil Desire
5) Greed, which is Idolatry
B. The License to Kill: Motivations to Mortification
1) Future: The Coming Wrath of God
2) Past: The Life You Once Lived
C. A Battle Plan for Killing Sin: Be P.R.E.P.A.R.E.D. by Abiding in Christ
1) Pray
2) Rehearse Gospel Truths
3) Evaluate & Set My Heart to Exercise God-given Faith for God’s Glory
4) Put Off Old and Put on Jesus
5) Action: “Charge Ahead” with my Thoughts, Affections, & Decisions
6) Reload with God’s Word
7) Enlist a Band of Brothers/Sisters to Help and Pray
8) Depend on the Holy Spirit for Help
2. Dealing with Sin Is Like Changing Clothes [Colossians 3:8–11]
A. Sorting Out the Dirty Laundry: The Sins of Perverted Hate
1) Anger
2) Wrath
3) Malice
4) Slander
5) Filthy Language from Your Lips
B. The Change of Clothes: Off with the Old, On with the New
1) The Position of the New Man
2) The Progress of the New Man
3) The Pattern of the New Man
4) The Partnership of the New Man
5) The Preeminent Ruler of the New Man
Christ's Heavenly-Minded People
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on June 25, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Big Idea: Christ is your life, so keep looking up to Christ until you are with Christ!
1. The Reminder [Colossians 3:1a]
A. A New Position
B. A New Power
2. The Responsibility [Colossians 3:1b–2]
A. Check Your Heart: What Are You Pursuing?
B. Check Your Mind: What Are You Thinking?
3. The Resource [Colossians 3:1c]
A. The Fact of His Exaltation
B. The Nature of His Exaltation
4. The Reason [Colossians 3:3]
A. Past: You Died with Christ
B. Present: Your Life Is Hidden with Christ
5. The Revelation [Colossians 3:4]
A. The Certainty of the Revelation
B. The Character of the Revelation
C. The Consequences of the Revelation
Three Geographical Arguments for Jesus as the Fulfillment of Scripture
Sermon preached by Thomas Glenn on June 18, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Jesus is the fulfillment of the Scriptures.
1. Jesus Came Up Out of Egypt [Matthew 2:13–15]
2. A Cry From Mothers Was Heard in Ramah [Matthew 2:16–18]
3. Jesus Came from Nazareth [Matthew 2:19–23]
The Danger of Add-On Christianity
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on June 11, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Context
Key Truth: Bad theology leads to bad practice, so stay connected to Christ for growth in godliness.
1. Legalism: The Danger of Ultra-Biblical Christianity [Colossians 2:16–17]
A. Caution: Don’t let anyone judge you
B. Critique:
1) Special Diets
2) Special Days
i. Annual (“a festival”)
ii. Monthly (“a new moon”)
iii. Weekly (“a Sabbath day”)
C. Cure: Substance is in Christ!
2. Mysticism: The Danger of Super-Spiritual Christianity [Colossians 2:18–19]
A. Caution: Don’t let anyone disqualify you
B. Critique:
1) Delighting in Ascetic Practices and the Worship of Angels
2) Claiming Access to a Visionary Realm
3) Being Inflated by Empty Notions of their Unspiritual Mind
4) Not Holding on to the Head
C. Cure: Hold on to the Head!
3. Asceticism: The Danger of Extra-Pure Christianity [Colossians 2:20–23]
A. Caution: Don’t submit to ascetic regulations
B. Critique:
1) It Refers to What Is Destined to Perish
2) It Is Based on Human Teachings
3) It Has the Appearance of Wisdom
4) It Doesn’t Work
C. Cure: You died with Christ!
The Fullness of Christ Over Empty Philosophy
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on June 4, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Key Truth: The fullness of Christ is fully sufficient for our full salvation, so fully trust in him alone.
1. The Empty Philosophy That Enslaves Us [Colossians 2:8]
A. Based on Human Tradition
B. Based on Elements of the World
2. The Fullness of Christ That Fills Us [Colossians 2:9–10]
A. Who Christ Is (v. 9)
B. Who We Are in Christ (v. 10)
3. The Connection with Christ That Changes Us [Colossians 2:11–12]
A. You Were Circumcised (v. 11)
B. You Were Buried (v. 12a)
C. You Were Raised (v. 12b)
4. The Cross of Christ That Completely Saves Us [Colossians 2:13–15]
A. Converting Souls (v. 13)
B. Canceling Sin (v. 14)
C. Conquering Satan (v. 15)
Struggling for Your Salvation
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on May 28, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Struggle together for the full assurance of salvation in Christ alone.
1. Full Assurance of Salvation is a Pastoral Concern [2:1]
A. Intensive
B. Extensive
2. Full Assurance of Salvation is a Project of the Church [2:2–3]
A. Encouraged in Heart
B. United in Love
C. Complete in Understanding
3. Full Assurance of Salvation is a Protection of Conviction [2:4–5]
A. Danger: Deceitful Arguments (v. 4)
B. Delight: Disciplined Christians (v. 5)
4. Full Assurance of Salvation is a Perseverance in Christ [2:6–7]
A. Mercy (“as you have received Christ as Lord”)
B. Mandate (“continue to walk in him”)
C. Means (cf. Col. 1:10–12)
1) “Being rooted [in him]”
2) “Built up in him”
3) “Established in the faith”
4) “Overflowing with thanksgiving”
Ministers of the Mystery
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on May 21, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Read our Statement of Faith.
Introduction
Main Point: Preach and suffer for Christ in such a way as to show that Christ is your hope and your treasure.
1. Stewarding of the Mystery [Colossians 1:25–27]
A. A Stewardship Given by God
B. A Stewardship for the Church of God
C. A Stewardship of the Word of God
1) Revealing the Mystery
2) Reveling in the Messiah
2. Speaking of the Messiah [Colossians 1:28–29]
A. Proclamation
B. Purpose
C. Power
3. Suffering for the Mission [Colossians 1:24]
A. Messianic Woes
B. Missional Suffering